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Kodaikanal to Vembanad Lake

Updated: March 14, 2024 05:20 AM
Vembanad Lake

Kodaikanal to Vembanad Lake

Language

The official language of both Kodaikanal and Vembanad Lake is Tamil.

Currency

The official currency of both Kodaikanal and Vembanad Lake is the Indian Rupee (INR).

Distance

The distance between Kodaikanal and Vembanad Lake is approximately 550 kilometers.

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Vembanad Lake from Kodaikanal:

  • By air: The nearest airport to Vembanad Lake is Cochin International Airport (COK), which is approximately 100 kilometers away. From COK, you can take a taxi or bus to Vembanad Lake.
  • By train: The nearest railway station to Vembanad Lake is Kottayam Railway Station (KTYM), which is approximately 50 kilometers away. From KTYM, you can take a taxi or bus to Vembanad Lake.
  • By road: You can also take a bus or taxi from Kodaikanal to Vembanad Lake. The journey takes approximately 10 hours.

    Expenses

    The cost of traveling from Kodaikanal to Vembanad Lake will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year. However, you can expect to spend between INR 1,000 and INR 2,000 on transportation.

    Best time to go

    The best time to visit Vembanad Lake is during the winter months (October to March), when the weather is pleasant and the lake is at its fullest.

    What to Eat

    There are several restaurants and cafes in Vembanad Lake that serve a variety of cuisines. Some of the popular dishes include:

    • Karimeen Pollichathu (pearl spot fish wrapped in banana leaves and grilled)
    • Meen Moilee (fish curry made with coconut milk)
    • Appam (rice pancakes)
    • Puttu (steamed rice cakes)
    • Kappa (boiled tapioca)

    Where to Go

    There are several things to see and do in Vembanad Lake, including:

    • Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
    • Vembanad Lake backwaters
    • Alappuzha Beach
    • Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple
    • Chettikad Bird Sanctuary

    FAQ

    What is the best way to get from Kodaikanal to Vembanad Lake?

    The best way to get from Kodaikanal to Vembanad Lake is by air or train.

    How much does it cost to travel from Kodaikanal to Vembanad Lake?

    The cost of traveling from Kodaikanal to Vembanad Lake will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year. However, you can expect to spend between INR 1,000 and INR 2,000 on transportation.

    What is the best time to visit Vembanad Lake?

    The best time to visit Vembanad Lake is during the winter months (October to March), when the weather is pleasant and the lake is at its fullest.

    *Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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